East Texas Baptist University Reviews

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Nicole

08/05/2009

Reviewer is A current student here.

8 out of 8 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

Students looking for a small campus. I personally love how independent I can be because of the school's size. :)

Bang for the buck

It is a private school, so it does cost more than public schools. Financial aid is really good at putting together scholarship packages to help you out though.

Am enjoying being here

Since it's such a small campus and it's required (in most cases) to live on campus, it's easy to make and stay in touch with alot of people. I've already made a ton of new friends in my first semester.

Am learning a lot

Professors at ETBU are always going above and beyond. They're available quite often if you ever need help. It's obvious that they love to do what they're doing.

Caitlynn from Spring, TX

12/20/2009

Reviewer is A current student here.

4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

ETBU is a wonderful university for those who are on fire for God. If you want to receive an outstanding education, and have multiple missionary opportunities this is the campus for you. The various athletic teams, along with the music program, are great for students who have such interests.

Tips for prospective students

It is best to look into ETBU early. Make sure you would enjoy going to a small university smaller than some high schools. If so, look at the opportunities available, and check to see if they match what you want to get out of a college.

Bang for the buck

Being a private Christian university, the price tag is fairly large. However, many scholarships are available. The education one receives here, in my opinion, is worth it. With professors who are passionate about Christ, students learn so much more than math and english. Students learns life skills and grow in the Lord. I believe the tuition is a small price to pay for such an education.

Am enjoying being here

The campus always has something going on. Whether it be small group bible lessons, corporate worship, or guest musician performing/speaking, there are multiple things one can participate in. This allows for many opportunities to meet new people, and make life-long friends. The Campus itself is beautiful: perfect for walks outside or outdoor gatherings. Overflowing with the love of Christ, the students and faculty are genuine and friendly. All of these factors combined create an enjoyable environment.

Am learning a lot

Teachers show a love for the subject they teach, and are available for extra help if needed. They push you to learn and give your best effort, but are there for you when you struggle. The small class sizes allow for more engaging participation.

Brittany from White Oak, TX

01/05/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

ETBU is a wonderful school for everyone. They have so many different disciplines to study there. It is one of the few small universities to have a Nationally Accredited Athletic Training Program. They also have an awesome exchange student program.

Tips for prospective students

Pick the school that you love and not some school that your friend or boyfriend loves. You need to be where you will feel comfortable and fit in. You need to walk on that campus and feel like this is where you belong. Once you get to the campus you choose, get involved with campus life and your classes. Don't waste the opportunities college has to offer to meet people and gain life experience. Great for these types of students

Bang for the buck

You will get your money's worth when you go to ETBU. Yes it is an expensive school, but the education you receive is well-worth the expense. You also meet some of your best friends here. This school is so much fun as well. School is what you make of it. If you want to party all the time and waste your opportunities, that is your choice. If you want to learn to balance social life and studying that is also your choice, and you will be a better person for learning balance

Am enjoying being here

I love ETBU. I call it my home. The people here are wonderful. There are so many helpful and friendly people here who are easy to talk to. You can also find some older students who have experience in classes and activities and ask them for help

Am learning a lot

At ETBU you learn so much more than what you would learn at a larger, less personal university. . The classrooms are small so you can have that one-on-one time with the professor if you are in need of a little extra help. They also teach you life lessons. You learn something new here everyday

Jorge from Princeton, TX

11/08/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
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East Texas Baptist University is a community of faith and that aspect is shown everywhere. This school is really great for Christian students who want to further their faith while also getting a great education!

Tips for prospective students

Get involved. There are tons of little ministries and groups here on campus. Also don't be afraid to ask questions. ETBU's admissions counselors are super helpful at making sure ETBU is a right for you (Which I know it'll be!)

Bang for the buck

Personally as a major in Religion East Texas Baptist University provides me with everything I need to succeed in the future. And realistically their tuition prices are great for the quality of education you get here. ETBU also has a great nursing, business, education, and pre-med program and is ranked highly for those programs. I never feel as if I'm wasting my money or time here at ETBU.

Am enjoying being here

It's a small campus but by no means is it boring. We have tons of places where you can go with friends to hang out with on-campus and even off-campus there are many places to go out. The people are here are really nice and you'll make friends in no time!

Am learning a lot

East Texas Baptist University's professors are incredibly articulate and are very dedicated to their students. They make themselves available to the students for any academic issue they might have and will work with the students to make sure they pass their class!

David from Overton, TX

If you are a Christian athlete, or a religion major, this is defiantly a college that you should tour.

What to do for fun

ETBU offers many intramural activities such as, kickball, baseball, volleyball, basketball, football, and many group organizations. Friends are always a plenty, so there will always be something to join in on, or someone to hang out with.

Food and Dining

The meal plan is very straight forward; you get cafeteria food 1, 2, or 3 times a day, depending on the meal plan you choose. They also offer about 100 to 150 dollars to spend on a coffee shop, and a sub sandwich restaurant on campus. The food isn't special but they offer new things daily, and on special events, they often provide free food.

Dorm Life

The dorm life is about average. Nothing too special about the dorm size, or bathrooms. Usually you share a bathroom with 4-6 people. The internet is cable, so very quick and easy. Although you could supply your own wireless router, this is a small drawback for fast internet.

Academic Rigor

The teachers here are very kind and understanding. They are often very personal with the students, giving help when needed. The classes are small enough for a kind of interaction that reminds me of high school.

Tips for prospective students

If you are a child of Christ, you should definitely tour this campus. Although, if you are not of faith, this college is still worth checking out. It has a very accepting student body, and you won't be shunned for your personal beliefs.

In three sentences

ETBU is a very small, yet comfortable campus. It upholds many Christian ideas and values, with many opportunities to give back to the community. Although, it is a Christian school, I will still highly recommend this to any college student looking for a friendly, and comfortable environment.

Lindsey from Mesquite, TX

07/24/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

Christians who are in desire of a school built on the faith of Jesus, students who want to go to a smaller school but not a small school, students who desire accountability, students who desire to be themselves (we have some odd styles), students who want to get out into the community to serve, and anyone who desires to be a ETBU Tiger!

Tips for prospective students

Just come. The community here is wonderful. People truly desire to get to know you. The campus is small so it is just like one huge family who loves one another. I am missing ETBU so much right now. Also do not go home all the time. You form relationships on the weekends so if you are always going home you will be miserable.

Bang for the buck

The price tag for ETBU is indeed high, but the admissions office has done everything in their will to make it possible to go. My tuition is so cheap my parents nor I have taken out a loan and we are paying out of pocket. If you are looking into ETBU but the price tag scares you away just know admissions will fight for you to come. (I didn't mark 5 stars because I am still paying some money).

Am enjoying being here

The friends I have made here are unbelievable. They guide me spiritually as well as challenge my walk with the LORD. ETBU offers many opportunities to get involved. Being involved with BSM gets us out into the community to just love on the people who live in and around Marshall. ETBU has gone beyond my expectations.

Am learning a lot

The professors will push you and sincerely have great care and concern for your grades as well as your personal life. We are required to take Old as well as New Testament which is enhancing my knowledge of the Lord. Being here is not just about learning facts but it is about learning to apply what you learn in and outside of the classroom.

Charles from Beaumont, TX

01/25/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

athletes and religious students.

What to do for fun

well being a college football player isn't the easiest job. with school work, study hall, practice, and workouts i really don't have much time for a lot of social events. but intramural sports is very big on campus. students love to be involved in intramural sports. i usually don't involve in them but it's always fun to go watch and support my friends.

Food and Dining

the food and dining is absolutely great! i love the cafeteria and the food is great during breakfast, lunch, and dinner. there is a large variety of food and if you love breakfast like myself there is even a breakfast location in the cafeteria that you can get breakfast at lunch and dinner.

Dorm Life

the residence life has very strict rules. not the average college rules but it's reason for that is because of the christian beliefs. it's very secure and the bedrooms are nice and comfortable.

Academic Rigor

east texas baptist university is a great academic school. the professors are here for you and not just for a pay check. they actually want to put in effort to help you learn. they want to help you and see you succeed and they are very understanding and are great listeners.

Tips for prospective students

etbu is beyond a great school for christians. if you believe in god then you will love etbu. there is chapel, bible study, and guest speakers and pastors that talk to you and feed you information about the great lord.

In three sentences

etbu is a very peaceful university with hardly any distractions that will make you lose your focus. the faculty and staff and the students are very friendly that keeps a positive attitude. the school does its best to make sure you feel like you're at home.

Brittany from Kildare, TX

The campus is very safe. There are no guns, alcohol, or illegal substances allowed on campus, so I feel like that helps.

Greek Life

I'm part of Psi Chi, but I don't know much about any other Greek Lives.

Clubs and Activities

I'm only involved with a sorority, but there are many other clubs and activities to be a part of.

Great for these types of students

If you like a smaller campus where the professors are more able to do one-on-one meetings and pretty much everyone is friend, this is the place for you.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There is a road called stage coach that everyone feels the need to go down in order the have the full ETBU experience.

Bang for the buck

It's a good Christian environment.

What to do for fun

Hang out with friends and participate in some of the on campus activities. There are usually events each week.

Food and Dining

The cafeteria has it's good and bad days, but the Subconnection is always a good option.

Dorm Life

It's awesome if you can afford it. I live on campus my freshman year, but I couldn't afford the housing and meal plan, so I had to start commuting.

Academic Rigor

The professors are great and very involved with the students. You can tell they authentically care about each student's success in their field of study.

Tips for prospective students

There are a lot of scholarships that are awarded, but be sure to apply for as many online because living on campus can be pretty expensive.

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I've enjoyed my time here because I've met many great people. I've developed many close friendships that I hope to carry one, even after I graduate. It's a good Christian environment to be a part of, but tuition is pretty expensive for some, even with the scholarships provided.

Margaret from Hawkins, TX

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Bang for the buck

It is a private school, so it is expensive to go there. In the long run though, I think it will be a better idea for me.

Will enjoy being here

I think that in an environment where I have to live on campus and be around the school as often as possible, I will have a better chance at succeeding in what I want to do. For me, that is what I will enjoy.

Will learn a lot

I think that with the size of the school, I will learn as much as I possibly can. Also from hearing what students, that are attending this school now, are telling me about the teachers, it is a great opportunity.

Melissa from Garland, TX

not too terribly expensive if your grades are good. there are a lot of scholarships available to good students.

What to do for fun

attending campus events and getting involved in organizations.

Food and Dining

the food could improve.

Academic Rigor

classes are challenging, but not ridiculously difficult.

Tips for prospective students

get involved in organizations!

In three sentences

etbu is a great place to get professors who are willing to help you out with your school work and anything else. at etbu, students are treated as people, and some may say that the community is very strong.

the girl next door

02/29/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

christian, non christian, people who like small class sizes, people who like the one on one feeling with the professor, people looking to be academically challenged in something they love to learn about, and people who want to grow in their faith.

What to do for fun

go to all campus events, movie theatre is about 4 miles from etbu, play intramural sports, go to the bowling alley (next to the movie theatre) or go to longview for a day with friends (longview has many restaurants and places to shop).

Food and Dining

the cafeteria food is mediocre at best. we have a sub connection where you can use your flex dollars to purchase a sandwich or soup, and a jazzmans our little coffee shop. though these two are wonderful and will save you from cafeteria food, you won't always be able to run to them because flex dollars are limited.

Dorm Life

dorm life is great at etbu, you can get plenty of privacy and still be close to your friends when you want to. every month one of the dorms has a dorm event for the whole campus, these events are quite fun. our dorms are not coed. the ac and heaters work great and if there is an issue maintenance is good about fixing it. the only two things i would change are room checks and visitation hours. room checks are every week, and visitation is only 3 hours on week days and 4 on weekends.

Academic Rigor

classes that are designed for your major will push you beyond your limits in a good way. gen ed classes here aren't very challenging.

Tips for prospective students

know what you're going to major in before you come to etbu. the hours are not cheap and it would be a shame to spend a large amount of money on something you aren't really into.

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etbu has a very friendly environment, the professors care about your well being and the students are also friendly. it is easy to find a group of friends, and people here are enjoyable to be around.

Allison from Amarillo, TX

If you need a small college this one is for you. One-on-one is what you need you will definitely get it here.

What to do for fun

In Marshall there is not a bunch of things to do so we get together and play games or sports. We go to the movies. There is big towns 20 min away from us one is east and the other is west and we go there to do numerous of things.

Food and Dining

We just finished an amazing cafeteria. There are numerous amounts of options to choose from.

Dorm Life

After your freshman years, your dorms are good. They are apartment style dorms.

Academic Rigor

I am involved in our athletic training program and i love it! We also have an amazing nursing program. I haven't had a class yet that i absolutely hated.

Tips for prospective students

Don't be afraid to talk to your professors, they know who all their students are, and want to help. Be involved in something, we have tons of opportunities and they are so much fun. Don't be afraid to cone out of your comfort zone.

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A small, social, one-on-one private College. Everything that is Christian based. We take every opportunity we can to help our community.

Nakia from Fort Worth, TX

The campus is very safe and secure. Each dorm is monitored by a security camera, card access into the dorm and on-ground security patrol.

Clubs and Activities

Activities include kinesiology/athletic training, music, theatre, chapel choir, band concerts, and ministry outreach. There are book clubs available.

Great for these types of students

This college is Christian based and any student who wants a well-rounded Christian education will love this school. If you are looking for a college that is interested in your success, this is the college for you.

What to do for fun

The college offer band outings, traveling with the football team, attending plays, and singing in the chapel choir.

Food and Dining

The food is fabulous with a 4-Star Restaurant dining. There are so many choices to choose from and the chef comes out to meet the students to get a feel for how they like the food. The food does not taste like hospital food but Mom's home cooking.

Dorm Life

Dorm life here at ETBU is fun, safe and has a feeling of home. The students who live in the dorms are paired up for a life-long experience that is very enriching.

Academic Rigor

ETBU has over 40 programs of study and each one is geared toward not only educational but preparation for obtaining a job upon completion of college.

Tips for prospective students

If you are looking for a college that is geared toward education, this college is for you.

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East Texas Baptist University is a college that committed to providing resources for students education. The teachers are committed to the success of their students that attend the college. Their communication with both parent and students is the best that I have seen from any college.

Kimbrell from Bivins, TX

08/11/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

Religious students who want a positive influence on their lives.

What to do for fun

There are many programs to help in, you can be apart of any clubs and organizations on campus, like ETBU Cares, the Welcome Week service project, Dinner and a Movie, and the BSM. There is also a movie theater up the road!!

Food and Dining

The food and dining is great because of the fact that each meal is home-cooked but on a bigger basis.

Dorm Life

The RA's and the Resident Director are great. They will answer any question and work with you to resolve any conflicts or anything.

Academic Rigor

They are very great at what they teach with the majority having the highest degree in their field. They try to teach everything with morals and a Christian belief system.

Tips for prospective students

APPLY for scholarships!!! Those are very important, the school is a bit pricey but for a great education, money doesn't matter much.

In three sentences

East Texas Baptist University is great all around. They have an amazing financial aid office, plenty of workstudy jobs, and everyone there is friendly and tries to help make the world a better place.

Danielle from Lufkin, TX

12/06/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Greek Life

The Greek Life is great. Their all GOD's children and love talking about it. We're more of service people, we're not like other sororities you may see at other colleges but we do our best to help others.

Clubs and Activities

There are many clubs and activities you can do on campus. Most weekends ETBU host some kind of something to keep you having fun and give a little break from school.

Great for these types of students

All types of students.

What to do for fun

There are many things you can do for fun. Every day or week, ETBU always has things planned for the students to do.

Dorm Life

Living on campus is fun. I loved my freshman year because I had a blast living on campus. There are 7 different areas to live on campus and all of which have events throughout the year to keep you having fun and moving.

Tips for prospective students

Don't try to take to many classes (unless your trying to graduate early) because you can wear yourself out. Go around and meet new people, we'd love to meet you.

In three sentences

ETBU is a great school with a wonderful Faculty/Staff. Depending on the classes you may have a bit of a challenge but it's a great challenge. The professors here do their best to make the class as smooth and more understanding as they can.

Like any cafeteria, they have their days of success, but they try to make improvements each semester. The SubConnection in the student center has pretty good sandwiches, the coffee shop has good drinks and desserts but are a little pricy.

Dorm Life

Efforts have been and are being made to better the student life on campus. New dorms are being built and there are occasionally events on campus for student enjoyment. The school also has a lot of outside benefits, such as discounts at restaurants and activities in the town itself. eg (movie theatre)

Academic Rigor

Once you study well and take advantage of study opportunities, workshops and extra credit assignments an individual could do fairly well.

Tips for prospective students

Don't be afraid to ask for help. Make good use of the tutoring centers. (they are free) Get to know your teachers, it will help you in the long run. Be proactive and get involved.

In three sentences

The school has a family oriented environment. Faculty and staff are very helpful and care about the well being of students. I love my school and the sense of community.

Shelby from Marshall, TX

There are some great fraternities and sororities on campus! Definitely get involved if you have the time!

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Chill on the Hill is a great time for every student to catch up on what happened over the summer and for new students to get to know the tiger family. Everyone meets at the presidents home and has coke floats, one day during the first week of school.

What to do for fun

The movie theater and the bowling alley are the best spots for clean fun. The movie theater has cheap tickets which is definitely a bonus.

Tips for prospective students

The best advice for prospective students that I can give is to always buy your school books online (especially amazon.com), get to know your professors, DO NOT PROCRASTINATE, do not date your first year of college, and lastly find a tutor to help you with your classes as soon as you get on campus, DO NOT WAIT TILL FINALS!!

In three sentences

East Texas Baptist University is a great school because of the effort that the faculty and staff puts into making sure every student receives a great education. The small class room sizes and caring professors makes getting through school a lot easier. Even though this is a small campus everyone who becomes a tiger is considered family!

Felix from Manvel, TX

12/18/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

We have a full-time security person for our small campus. Many security cameras and several emergency stations that allow for a call to the police. A Marshall police officer also makes rounds on campus during the night. One of the things SGA is working on is establishing a full-time police department just for ETBU.

Clubs and Activities

I'm involved in Student Government Association where we have accomplished many things. The university cabinet is very open to our suggestions and proposals in making changes on our campus.

Great for these types of students

I think people tend to shy away just because it is a Baptist University. The curriculum for the different departments is not all about religion. Aside from the religion department, the private school designation simply allows professors to share their faith in an applicable way in regards to your education and future career. People of all faiths or no faith are certainly welcome to come and enjoy everything there is to offer at ETBU.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

I didn't know where else to put this but it is unusual so I will share it here. No other university that I've heard of has a president that you can talk with and just hang out with during the day. I've had several meetings with him where I could just walk into his office without an appointment and get things done. He has also been in front of the U.S. Congress to fight for our rights as Christians.

Bang for the buck

It is a little more expensive than many other places but I think students will find that it is well worth it in their lives.

Food and Dining

To be honest, Sodexo's food service is sub-par. Food is often over-cooked, under-cooked, or just plain repetitive. Luckily, there are many food option available just a short drive from campus.

Dorm Life

The university is in progress of building a new dorm that will be pretty awesome. A lot of rules have been changed since I've been here. There's no longer a freshman curfew and visitation hours have been prolonged and are available every day instead of just weekends.

Academic Rigor

College is college. The type of work required varies from major to major but rest assured that you education will be given to you by experienced and dedicated educators.

Tips for prospective students

The great thing about ETBU is that the class sizes are small. Unlike a large university, the professors are very willing to meet with you to help you with your studies. Take advantage of this if you are struggling in a certain subject or simply want to know more about something.

In three sentences

East Texas Baptist University is a great small university in Marshall, Texas. The slogan A world of opportunity in a community of faith exemplifies what ETBU tries to accomplish.

Bethany from Arlington, TX

01/04/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

The campus is a very safe place. I tend to be very paranoid so walking around alone at night worried me. But there are always Marshall police on campus. If you feel uncomfortable you can ask one of them to escort you where you need to be.

What to do for fun

Marshall is a very small town so it's hard to find something to do. There isn't always something going on campus but there is a movie theater in town. It's fairly cheap, too. During the holidays they have a lot of fun things to do downtown. If none of that is enough then you drive 30 minutes to Longview or Shreveport where there is a mall and a Target!

Food and Dining

It's cafeteria food so it's not the best, but it's not the worst. My absolute favorite is the mashed potato bar. They also have a noodle bar sometimes and it's like stir fry.

Dorm Life

You will get to meet many new people that you wouldn't get to living off campus. At ETBU you don't have to worry about community bathrooms in the dorms. Worst case, you share with three other people. The dorms are very clean.

Academic Rigor

I'm a nursing major. I know that it's a very competitive field, even in college. The nursing program has a 100 % pass rate. I'm not sure about other programs here. I have heard that the business program is a fantastic program.

Tips for prospective students

If you think there are going to be campus wide parties all the time this isn't the school for you. It's a Baptist college and they uphold their beliefs. However, there are many fun events held on campus so you won't ever be too bored.

In three sentences

It is a very friendly school where everyone knows everyone. There are rules that some find strict but they're only to protect us and our integrity. The classes and professors are fun and interesting.

Bailey from Marshall, TX

The food is better than high school food the dining hall is very nice and not crowded.

Dorm Life

The dorm life is great, I am a freshman living in the senior apartments and i love it. I love the full kitchen and living room.

Academic Rigor

The classes are hard but professors are very helpful and the University is very strict on attendance.

Tips for prospective students

Get involved in student life and make new friends.

In three sentences

This school is very academically prestigious and thrives for academic success. It is very small and the professors are willing to help anyway they can. The people here are ready to help at the drop of a hat.

Jimmy from Kingwood, TX

Not much to do in Marshall but can go to Longview or Shreveport. Lots of intermural sports and dorm fun going on.

Food and Dining

One dining hall and the food is terrible. The sub shop is good.

Dorm Life

Awesome. Opposite sex is VERY limited on times they can be in the rooms.

Academic Rigor

4 Star

Tips for prospective students

East Texas is in a small town of Marshall so there is not much to do. But Longview and Shreveport are close by.

In three sentences

This is a great university. The campus is small so getting around is really easy. This is a D3 school but they are competitive in most sports. The professors are very helpful. There is always support for academics and for personal issues.

Travis from Pearland, TX

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Great for these types of students

Baptist base university

Bang for the buck

This school may seem like it too expensive but with the financial they provide you can make it happen.

What to do for fun

I'm a baseball player

Tips for prospective students

Review East Texas Baptist University website and see what it can offer you.

In three sentences

East Texas Baptist University is a bible based institution that embraces its students to the fullest. The university campus is maintained in a clean and fun way. The staff is professional, helpful and friendly.

Katharine from Lumberton, TX

Great campus safety! There is a curfew for all students not to be roaming the campus past 12:30 a.m., and there is always campus security present at night time.

Greek Life

There is a great greek life that is christ centered being a christian school!

Clubs and Activities

Tons and tons of clubs and activities to choose from here at ETBU! Think of any club and i can almost promise ETBU has a spot for you, and if it isn't there you can surely get approved to start up the club or activity that strikes your fancy!

Great for these types of students

ETBU is great for every type of student!

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

One funny thing about ETBU is that there is an unspoken rule of ring by spring policy. Which basically means that you are almost guaranteed to find your one true love in the confines of Marshall, Texas! There also many ETBU alum who can testify to this so called policy.

Bang for the buck

BEing a private school, ETBU is a little more expensive that a lot of colleges out there but the education and experience is all worth every part of the money spent!

What to do for fun

There are many things to do around campus for fun, and serving life is very abundant. Marshall is a bit of small town so not much is offered than a few local restaurants and cute, hipster coffee shops. Longview is located just a small 25 minute drive away that is bigger city with tons of things to do, even shopping!

Food and Dining

Excellent food! The caf is open at the perfect times and also seems to know exactly what I am craving!

Dorm Life

Although some of the dorms aren't ideal, the actual dorm life is uncanny and unlike any other! Relationships are easily formed with the people in your housing! Also, being a private, christian school the dorms aren't coed!

Academic Rigor

Being such a small school, the ratio students to professors is great! There is also tutoring available at almost all times of the day. These teachers not only guide you in learning and aiding you to the next step in your life, they also build relationships.

Tips for prospective students

ETBU is great choice and is highly recommended, but just like any other college, you need to set apart time to study your brain out and also make time for sleep (a college students main priority)! Also, try to find as many as scholarships and grants as you can! A good website to help is www.cappex.com.

In three sentences

Being a small, close knit community, with a Christ centered heart is, by far, one of ETBU's best qualities among many others as a school. I am so blessed to have been given the opportunity to go to ETBU and experience the real college life with Jesus as the main focus. East Texas Baptist not only has great professors, food, fellowship and housing, its located in the sweet town of Marshall, Texas.

Anonymous

Not much in town, but from the visit that we took -- it sounded like there were tons of activities for the students.

Food and Dining

Don't really know, didn't get to try anything -- seemed like decent options beyond the cafeteria with a sub shop and a coffee shop. Several local options close.

Dorm Life

New freshmen dorm being built for fall 2014. Even the old dorm we toured was nice. Definitely liked the layout with private bedrooms shared by four students with a common living area and a small kitchen. Seemed like the students enjoyed being there and lots of activities.

Academic Rigor

A little hard to tell, didn't get to sit in on a class, but met with a professor. They were great. You could tell right away that they cared about their students. It was nice to hear them call them by name and discuss the projects that they had worked on and all their accomplishments.

Tips for prospective students

This one seems like it is one of those best kept secrets, really didn't know much and came upon it almost by accident. After checking into it, I was interested enough to make a visit and really glad that I did. Admissions staff is great!

Griselda from Palestine, TX

11/18/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

There is a campus security on duty and He drives around at night making sure students aren't doing anything inappropriate or any one suspicious lurking around. ETBU is really safe, nothing bad has happened so far.

Greek Life

Nope.

Clubs and Activities

There are so many clubs and activities that its hard to decide what to join. They have academic clubs and spiritual clubs. It ranges from Student Government Association to Barnabas. They also have something called RELEASE at 8 on Tuesday nights which is a time of worship and fellowship for students to come together. There's kids club, missions groups, Journey and student council.

Great for these types of students

It's great for athletic students, music students, nurses and those wishing to get a degree in education.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

We live right next to a cemetery. Don't worry its safe.

Bang for the buck

ETBU is a great opportunity to grow, they don't force anything on you but you do have to respect the rules.

What to do for fun

There is so much to do for fun. During our free time, we like to go out and rent puppies from the shelter, its something that everyone can do. Even if there isn't anything to do, ETBU hosts events for students during the week and they are a lot of fun. Not too long ago, they started the Color Run which was a lot of fun, we got plastered with powered paint! There are many restaurants and sites to see aside from staying on campus. Some students like to go to Longview which is only a thirty minute drive and go to the mall. The student center offers a place upstairs for students to hang out or watch movies on the projector in a big room, sometimes the students will get together and play cops and robbers or Sardines.

Food and Dining

The food is all right.

Dorm Life

Living on campus has got to be one of the greatest things ever! The new dorm hall called Centennial which is for freshman only is really nice and beautiful. The rooms are big and you don't have to share. In the dorms, there is a little living area, and four rooms each for one person and two bathrooms. The main lobby of centennial is where most students go to hang out or do homework. Its a lot different than living at home but it sure is nice.

Academic Rigor

The academics that ETBU offers is great. It's not at all how I expected college to be. The professors are really helpful and although there may be a lot of work, they are willing to meet with you and explain the work. The professors and faculty really want the students to excel, so they do a swell job in teaching and showing students how to be effective in what they are pursuing.

Tips for prospective students

Don't be a procrastinator but I'm sure it will be done anyways and if it is, at least do it right.

In three sentences

ETBU offers so many opportunities to find what you're looking for. It's a small campus but with an atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. I couldn't see myself going anywhere other than ETBU!

Raven from Conroe, TX

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Food and Dining

The food is better than normal school lunches or fast foods. The meals are cooked with love and make you think of home.

Dorm Life

The people you live with in your dorm are the friends you will have for the rest of your life. They become you family while you are away from home. The people you will meet are dependable and will always be with you.

Academic Rigor

Academically, ETBU is astonishing. The classes are not necessarily hard but they do challenge the way you think and the way you do things.

In three sentences

I personally found ETBU to be my cup of tea. It is small but full of opportunities that other universities lack. It is also built on a solid Christian foundation that will change your view on your faith and you life.

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